Crazy Cauliflower and Curry Coconut Quinoa

Well, if the name of this recipe isn't a enough, you will get plenty of healthy benefits by eating this quick veggie dish.

high protein vegetarian meal

Cauliflower: a cruciferous vegetable high in estrogen lowering phytonutrients. Should be lightly steamed or stir-fried preferably in coconut oil


Spices: add a depth of flavor while being natural anti-inflammatory agents


Cumin - helps enhance immunity, increase metabolism, prevent digestive disorders
Coriander - helps control blood sugar and cholesterol levels
Garam Masala - a mixture of cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, cumin, black peppercorns
Chili Powder - a blend of peppers containing Capsicum which gives it heat
Tumeric - contains Curcumin which gives it a bright yellow color


Coconut: high in medium-chain fatty acids, provides energy and fuel for the brain


Quinoa: a seed high in protein usually eaten as a grain replacement

garnish with raisins and green onions

Crazy Cauliflower and Curry Coconut Quinoa

Cauliflower:

1 head organic cauliflower, chopped

2 tablespoons organic coconut oil

2 green onions, chopped

1 teaspoon each or to taste
      - cumin, coriander, gram masala, chili powder, turmeric

Salt to taste

Stir-fry cauliflower in melted coconut oil until tender

Add in green onion last couple of minutes

Quinoa:

1 cup organic quinoa

2 cups organic canned coconut milk

1 teaspoon yellow curry powder

salt to taste

Bring water and quinoa to a boil.

Simmer 20 minutes until water is absorbed & seeds sprout a tail

Quinoa can be soaked, sprouted and eaten raw for even more healthy goodness.

Garnish with raisins and green onions for an added touch.

Going Gluten-Free

Gluten-Free Blackberry Muffin

More and more people are becoming sensitive to gluten proteins found mainly in wheat, barley and rye. Wether you have a true gluten allergy (celiac disease), eczema or want to lose weight; going gluten-free today is so much easier than it was even three years ago. Grocery stores have labeled gluten-free products on their shelves or have designated gluten-free sections. National brands are coming out with gluten-free versions of your favorite snacks and local gluten-free bakeries are surprisingly popping up.

Here is a list of some of my favorite gluten-free products:

1. Pamela's Baking & Pancake  Mix

2. Pamela's Brownie Mix

3. Blue Diamond Nut-Thins

4. Ancient Harvest Quinoa Pasta

5. Lara Bars

6. Pure Bliss Granola Bars

7. Udi's Pizza

8. Against the Grain Baguettes

9. American Gra-Frutti Multi-Grain Daily Bread

10. Gluten-Free Tamari (Soy Sauce replacement) 

Made with Pamela's Baking Mix

Trade-Offs:

instead of couscous/pasta try rice, millet, quinoa, risotto

instead of crackers try corn chips or popcorn

instead of bread try corn tortillas or lettuce/collard wraps

instead of cookies try granola bars

instead of cake try flour-less tortes

If you feel like you have a gluten sensitivity or any food for that matter, try the elimination diet to see how your body reacts after removing suspected foods for one month.